Living well with cancer in later life

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This feature event brings together clinical and research experts to explore how older adults can maintain wellbeing, function, and quality of life throughout the cancer journey. The event will feature a keynote presentation by Dr. Lauren Capozzi, followed by an expert panel with Dr. Flavia DeAngelis, Bonnie Leung, and Dr. Capozzi, facilitated by Dr. Kristen Haase. Together, they will discuss practical, evidence-based strategies to support resilience, recovery, and healthy aging before, during, and after cancer treatment.

What You’ll Learn:
• Strategies to support physical function, energy, and independence in later life with cancer
• How approaches like rehabilitation, supportive care, and lifestyle interventions can improve wellbeing
• Ways to strengthen resilience, recovery, and emotional health during and after treatment
• How care teams can better support older adults and their caregivers

PANEL EXPERTS
Dr. Flavia DeAngelis, Medical Oncologist, BC Cancer – Kelowna
Bonnie Leung, Nurse Practitioner in Oncology, BC Cancer – Vancouver
Dr. Lauren Capozzi, Cancer Physiatrist and Provincial Medical Director of Cancer Rehabilitation with Supportive Care, BC Cancer

Facilitator
Dr. Kristen Haase, Associate Professor, RN – School of Nursing, UBC Vancouver